The principal amount is the base sum borrowed from the lender at disbursement. All interest calculations are based on this principal. As the borrower makes EMI payments, a portion reduces the principal while the rest covers interest.
In the reducing balance method (used by most Indian lenders), interest is calculated on the outstanding principal, which decreases each month. This means the interest component reduces over time while the principal component of the EMI increases.
Prepayments directly reduce the outstanding principal, lowering total interest payable over the remaining tenure.
The principal determines total interest liability and EMI. Strategic prepayments to reduce principal can save significantly on interest costs over the loan life.
Nihal Fintech helps clients determine the optimal principal based on actual needs and repayment capacity, and guides on prepayment strategies to reduce principal faster.
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